Medical Assistant - Transitional

The Doctors Clinic • Silverdale, WA

93d • $22 - $35

About The Position

The Medical Assistant Transitional is responsible for patient care under the direction of a physician or licensed health care provider. This role involves various essential functions including rooming patients, obtaining vitals, processing telephone messages, maintaining patient records, and assisting providers with patient education. The position requires adherence to protocols and maintaining a professional appearance and conduct at all times.

Requirements

• Certified Medical Assistant through the Washington State Department of Health or possess an Interim Certification and pass the National Medical Assistant Certification exam within one year of issuance.
• CPR certification for Health Care Providers.
• 3 months experience in an office environment preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of CPT & ICD-10 coding procedures.
• Knowledge of medications and injection procedures.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language in person, by phone and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, obtain vitals, patient history and reason for seeking care.
• Process telephone messages.
• Follow prescription refill procedures.
• Maintain patient records confidentially.
• Record patient charges and lab charges for billing department.
• Assist the provider with patient education pertaining to their ongoing health care.
• May be required to assist with coverage in other departments as needed.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations per protocols.
• Maintain work area, exam rooms, supplies, medications and immunizations.
• Perform basic triage per specific office protocol procedures.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff and management.
• Document work processes as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Starting wage range for a Certified MA is $22.59 - $35.36.
• Starting wage range for a Medical Assistant Registered is $20.00 - $32.67.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees